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WA3 Awarded $50,000 Grant
The Woodward Avenue Action Association was awarded $50,000 from the City of Detroit. The funds are a part of $11 million in federal Community Block Development Grants awarded to economic, community, social and health and human services organizations doing work in the city.The grant will be used to fund façade improvements to Detroit businesses located in the Park District along Woodward between Six and Eight Mile Roads. This Woodward Avenue Action Association initiative is a partnership with local business owners, residents and civic groups. the goal of the district is to support and grow the neighborhood community effort that will inspire investment, positive change and improve the quality of life. To-date the WA3 has obtained$126,000 and 650 hours of volunteer time towards physical improvements, planning and
beautification efforts within the District.
"We are excited to receive these funds as they will enable us to further our business development and beautification efforts in the Park District", said WA3 Executive Director, Heather Carmona. Since its inception, participation in the district program has grown from just over 20 people to over 260 support including the Palmer Woods Neighborhood Association, Greenacres-Woodward Civic Association, Arab America Chaldean Council, University of Detroit Mercy, Michigan Department of Transportation and more.
Awarded under the Economic Development category, the WA3 joins Southwest Detroit Business Association, Jefferson East Business Association, University Commons and other organizations to receive funding. For more information on The Park District initiative please contact Economic Development Program Manager, Jason Fowler at jason@woodwardavenue.org.
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WA3 Welcomes New Team Member
The Woodward Avenue Action Association is excited to announce it has hired Jason Fowler as its newest Economic Development Program Manager. Fowler joins the WA3 from Steve Flum Inc. Fowler is an alumni of the University of Detroit Mercy where he received a B.S in Architecture. He will manage a variety of projects including the Park District.
WA3 Members in the News
On Thursday, November 18th Woodward Avenue Action Association Board of Directors member, Linda Zabik was honored for her volunteer work in the community. The Public Relations and Community Involvement Manager for Genisys Credit Union was honored by the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Detroit Chapter as one of their Distinguished Volunteers. The honor was given during the 19th Annual National Philanthropy Day Dinner. Providing a quiet but strong leadership to a variety of organizations including Lighthouse of Oakland County, the Oakland County, Holiday Extravaganza and more she has made and impact that will be felt for years to come.
Get Your Authentic Woodward Gear Here
The holidays are here and get the perfect gift for the history or classic car buff in your life with authentic WA3 Woodward merchandise! Visit the Woodward Store at
to view the full collection of merchandise that will fit all of your gift giving needs. With a full line of gear from golf shirts to tee's in women's and men's sizes S - 3XXl, hats, totes and more. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of merchandise go to support the ongoing maintenance of Woodward Avenue. For more information and to place your order please contact the WA3 at 248-288-2004. | | | |
Quick Links
Want to know how to grow your business along the byway? Need to have your voice heard regarding governmental issues that affect your business? Just want to help Woodward Avenue grow? Then become a member of the WA3. For more information please visit www.woodwardavenue.org.
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 Greetings!
Welcome to the November, eNewsletter of the Woodward Avenue Action Association! It's a great time to be in Michigan and on Woodward Avenue! 
Being Thankful
This month we take the time out to celebrate what we are most grateful for with family and friends, in year that has been challenging for all. The Woodward Avenue Action Association would like to thank each and every one of you for supporting the organization this year. It is with the generous donations of your time, talents, and money we were able to complete a number of projects including; the Woodward Avenue Virtual Experience tool and increase our beautification efforts in our districts with projects such as Clean the D. We were also able to return investment to the communities we serve with our Streetscape Mini-Grants and the installation of the second Woodward Tribute in Pontiac.
Entering into the holiday season we wish all of you nothing but the best. May your communities come alive with activity from visitors experiencing your special events. May your stores be full of customers shopping local. May the roads you maintain be filled with safe drivers hurrying home to loved ones to enjoy all the season has to offer.
Happy holiday's from the WA3!
New & Renewing Members
The WA3 would like to thank the following businesses and individuals for the support of the organization and dedication to the byway:
Detroit Zoological Soceity,
8450 W. Ten Mile, Royal Oak, MI 48067, 248-541-5717, www.detroitzoo.org Health Management Systems of America,
Jenkins, Mangus, Volk & Caroll P.C, 42714 Woodward Avenue, Bloomfield Township, MI 48304, 248-858-2400
Individual Members
Kelly Slaven, Birmingham, MI
VID: Very Important Dates!
Decmber Six to Eight Mile Business District Stakeholder Meeting
When: Wednesday,December 1
Where: La Dolce Vita, 17546 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. For more information on how you can be apart of the change that is taking place in this district contact Executive Director, Heather Carmona at 248-288-2004 or heather@woodwardavenue.org.
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wWA3 Convenes Transit Taskforce
The Woodward Avenue Action Association (WA3) has commissioned a transit task force of elected officials, key employers, and institutional partners from Berkley, Birmingham, Ferndale, Huntington Woods, and Royal Oak to develop a unified transit vision for South Oakland Woodward communities and to partner with regional, state, and federal authorities on major initiatives like expanding the Woodward Light Rail Transit Project from 8 Mile to Maple Road. Chaired by Jana Ecker, Director of Planning for the City of Birmingham, the transit task force includes Kate Baker, Mayor Pro Tem, City of Ferndale; Steve Baker, Councilman, City of Berkley; Jim Ellison, Mayor, City of Royal Oak; Jeff Jenks, Commissioner, City of Huntington Woods; Richard Murphy, Transportation Programs Coordinator, Michigan Suburbs Alliance; Mark Nickita, Mayor Pro Tem, City of Birmingham; Melanie Piana, Councilwomen, City of Ferndale; and Cristina Sheppard-Decius, Executive Director, Ferndale DDA.
"By bringing together elected leaders, institutional partners, and key employers from communities along the South Oakland Woodward corridor, we ensure that each city's unique characteristics are honored as we move forward together," Heather Carmona, WA3 Executive Director, said. "This task force provides a unified voice in support of motorized and non-motorized transportation designs that will benefit the entire region, and will work to leverage and strengthen funding opportunities to bring those designs to life." For more information please click here.
District Development News
Detroit
GalaxE Solutions announced earlier this month that they will be adding 100 more jobs to their Detroit offices. The company who located in the 1001 Woodward Building last spring has added a third floor to accommodate the additional employees bringing their occupancy to 40,000 sq feet. "With the growing number of fIT companies, this is the IT hub of Metro Detroit", CEO Tim Bryan said of the lower Woodward corridor in an interview with Model D Media. GalaxE is a firm that specializes in the design, development and implementation of applications that run securely on internal networks and over the Internet For the full story please click here.
Ferndale
Ferndale continues to be a hotbed of business development with the opening of Exhale. The store with an array of goods for the mind, body and soul is located at 23315 Woodward in the heart of Ferndale. For more information please visit www.exhaleferndale.com.
Birmingham
Lido Gallery & Gifts is a boutique art gallery in Birmingham, Michigan opened. Formerly The Print Gallery, Lido Gallery offers imaginative gifts, original vintage posters, fine art exhibits and expert custom framing. The online gallery offers a vast selection of museum gifts, sophisticated home goods and a variety of whimsical novelties. Lido Gallery is located at 33535 Woodward Ave. in Birmingham next to Woodward Camera. For more information call (248) 792-6246 or visit www.everythingart.com.
Pontiac
St. Joseph Mercy Oakland opened a new physical therapy and sports medicine clinic: Ultimate Physical Therapy and Sports Training Center, located inside the Ultimate Soccer Arena at 867 South Blvd., Pontiac. The physical therapy clinic is located 1.5 miles north of the hospital.Treatment specialties include sports medicine and therapy for orthopedic, neck, back, shoulder, soft tissue and work-related injuries. The facility has low-impact flooring that is beneficial for patients being treated for musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions. For more information please visit www.sjmercyhealth.org. |
Top Five Reasons You Should become a WA3 Member
1) We are the only organization working to enhance the physical and economic viability of the entire Woodward Corridor.
2) The WA3 can provide assistance with facade improvements in certain byway districts via the Detroit ONCR ReFresh program. 3) The WA3 is making it easier for business owners, property leasing agents/developers to fill vacant parcels along the byway with the new Woodward 3D Virtual Map, listing current parcels, incentives programs and much more. 4) The WA3 provides your business access to visitors from around the globe through our designation as a National Scenic Byway and All - American Road. 5) The WA3 provides your business a way to be heard by local and state legislators when it comes to the issues that matter most to you. For more information on becoming a member of the WA3 please contact the WA3 at 248-288-2004 or visit www.woodwardavenue.org. |
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Get Connected
Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce Presents: the 63rd Annual Meeting
Join the Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce for their 63rd Annual Meeting Wednesday, December 1, 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. As they review their successes and honor the Birmingham Eccentric First Citizen and 2010 Business Person of the Year.
When: Wednesday, December 1
Where: The Community House, 389 Bates St, Birmingham, MI 48009
Time: 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Cost: $25 dollars in advance, $35 dollars at the door.
For more information call 248-644-1700 ext.24 or visit www.bbcc.org
Detroit Central City Community Mental Health Annual Meeting Luncheon
Join Detroit Central City Community Mental Health for their Annual Meeting Luncheon with Dr. Sonya Friedman, Psychologist, Author and CNN broadcaster; and Dr. C. Edward Coffey, vice president and CEO, Henry Ford Health System Behavioral Health Services.
When; Wednesday, December 2
Where: The Westin Book Cadillac, 1114 Washington, Detroit, MI 48226
Time Noon to 2 p.m.
Cost: $50 dollars
For more information please visit http://www.dcccmh.org
Ferndale Chamber of Commerce Presents the Annual Holiday Chamber Party
Join the Ferndale Chamber of Commerce members and friends as they ring in the season. Join them for lots of laughs and great networking at our Annual Holiday Party at Go Comedy! The event kicks off with a networking reception at 6 pm featuring hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. Then at 7 pm, guests will be treated to an exclusive comedy improv show. Tickets are $10 each and guests are welcome! Seating is limited so please RSVP. We may or may not be able to accept you at the door.
When: Thursday, December 9th
Where: Go Comedy, 261 East Nine Mile , Ferndale, MI 48220
Time: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Cost: $10 dollars in advance
For more information please visit, www.ferndalechamnber.com
For more information on upcoming business development events please visit our website, www.woodwardavenue.org.
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